Premium mechanical space-saving equipment engineered to comply with Australian Standards AS/NZS 2890.1. Ideal for high-density residential developments and commercial garages.
Qingdao Cherish is an integrated industry and trade enterprise dedicated to the design, manufacture, and global supply of intelligent parking equipment and industrial processing solutions. With strong engineering capabilities, modern manufacturing resources, and extensive international project experience, we deliver reliable systems that support modern urban infrastructure and industrial development worldwide.
Founded by a team of experienced engineers and international business professionals, the company was established with a clear mission: to provide efficient, durable, and sustainable equipment solutions through continuous innovation, precision manufacturing, and customer-focused service. From initial concept design and technical planning to production, delivery, and after-sales support, we ensure consistent quality and dependable performance throughout every project lifecycle.
Today, our business operates through two specialized divisions to better serve diverse market needs and provide focused expertise across different industries: our Parking Systems Division (focusing on car parking lifts, automated puzzle parking systems, and subterranean pit installations) and our Industrial Equipment Division (delivering state-of-the-art industrial powder coating lines and water treatment plants).
An in-depth structural review of pit parking implementation in Melbourne, Victoria, accounting for geotechnical strata, water table management, and municipal planning approvals.
The Greater Melbourne area is currently undergoing unprecedented urban densification. With residential zoning amendments pushing for higher density in inner suburbs like Fitzroy, South Melbourne, Richmond, Brunswick, and Collingwood, property developers are facing restrictive parking requirements outlined in the Victoria Planning Provisions (VPP) Clause 52.06. Standard surface parking is no longer viable due to soaring land values, and traditional basement driveways consume excessive rentable floor area. Consequently, subterranean pit parking has emerged as the standard engineering methodology to satisfy council requirements without sacrificing premium living or retail space.
However, implementing pit parking in Melbourne requires a sophisticated understanding of localized geotechnical properties. In coastal zones, docklands, and near the Yarra River basin, engineers frequently encounter complex soil profiles such as Coode Island Silt. This soft silt layer requires extensive contiguous piling, heavy retaining walls, and specialized waterproofing to prevent structural shifts. In contrast, eastern and northern suburbs like Doncaster, Kew, and Box Hill sit on Silurian siltstone and mudstone, demanding heavy-duty rock excavation equipment. A robust pit-type mechanical parking system must be structurally reinforced to resist hydrostatic pressure in high-water-table areas, featuring fully galvanized frames and high-quality structural steel (Grade Q345/Q355) that withstands these harsh subterranean environments.
Furthermore, mechanical parking systems in Victoria must comply strictly with AS/NZS 2890.1 (Off-street car parking) and require design registration with WorkSafe Victoria for lifting mechanisms. This ensures that features like mechanical anti-falling locks, photoelectric safety curtains, and hydraulic over-pressure relief valves are calibrated to local occupational health and safety regulations. For Melbourne developers, sourcing machinery that satisfies these rigorous regulatory guidelines is paramount to ensuring project sign-off and long-term asset reliability.
How global sourcing and high-efficiency manufacturing processes from Chinese Industry 4.0 centers deliver exceptional performance and economic resilience to the Australian market.
Every subterranean pit car lift is designed to meet strict CE certification and Australian AS/NZS compliance guidelines, boasting dual-channel limit switches, structural fail-safes, and soundproof power units.
Manufactured in Qingdao utilizing robotic laser welding, high-precision CNC profiling, and automated double-bake powder coating lines. Resulting in sub-millimeter tolerances and extreme weather resistance.
Anticipating Melbourne's electric vehicle transition, our systems support platform weight limits up to 3.0 tonnes, catering to heavy SUVs, Tesla, and BYD models, along with integrated dynamic cable management.
Engineered to optimize energy efficiency and spatial capacity, ensuring long-term operational success for residential, commercial, and industrial sites.
Our Parking Systems Division focuses on the development and production of car parking lifts, automated parking systems, car stackers, and customized parking solutions. Designed to maximize space utilization and operational efficiency, our systems are widely applied in residential buildings, commercial facilities, hospitals, and urban developments. Through continuous engineering innovation and strict quality control, we deliver safe, reliable, and space-saving parking solutions tailored to global project requirements.
Inquire Parking SystemsOur Industrial Equipment Division provides advanced powder coating lines and sewage treatment plant solutions for industrial applications. These systems are engineered to improve production efficiency, surface finishing quality, and environmental sustainability. By integrating automation technology with durable system design, we help clients optimize manufacturing processes while meeting modern environmental standards and regulatory requirements.
Inquire Industrial Processing LinesAn overview of engineering methodologies and structural configurations for low-ceiling basements and subterranean residential spaces.
The Triple-Level Parking Lift is a structural breakthrough for high-capacity vertical vehicle positioning. Utilizing heavy-duty four-post frame mechanics, this system provides individual or synchronized lifting of platforms to safely park three cars (sedans and SUVs) in a single ground footprint. Built to operate reliably in indoor commercial parks and high-density apartments, its robust design features secondary mechanical safety locks on all columns, ensuring platform stability in the event of minor pressure loss. Operating with silent hydraulic cylinder drives, this system runs quietly, compliant with suburban acoustic bylaws.
Popular across modern architectural developments in Toorak, Brighton, and Melbourne CBD, the double-deck underground scissor lift allows vehicles to disappear below the garden or driveway level. The top deck can be customized with paving stone, turf, or concrete to match surrounding landscaping, maintaining the site's aesthetic. Driven by synchronized high-pressure hydraulic cylinders, these systems feature automated security interlocks to restrict operation, keeping vehicles hidden and secure.
Where vertical height in a basement is restricted, tilting car stackers provide a space-saving solution. By tilting the parking platform at angles between 10° to 16°, these systems require less overhead room while maintaining stable parking positions. Platforms adjust to fit different car silhouettes, using high-tensile steel construction and reliable hydraulic cylinder pistons. This configuration is widely used in residential renovations throughout Melbourne's inner suburbs, where ceiling spaces are often restricted.
Beyond vehicle parking, our company provides advanced conveyorized powder coating lines and municipal wastewater filtration units. Our powder coating operations produce near-zero Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), achieving up to 100% material recycling efficiency through advanced recovery cyclones. Additionally, our industrial wastewater division offers specialized reverse osmosis, ultrafiltration, and zero-liquid-discharge (ZLD) purification systems to support manufacturing facilities in meeting strict environmental and wastewater discharge regulations.
Explore our complete catalog of certified car stackers, pit elevators, and custom vertical lifting platforms designed for domestic and commercial infrastructure developments.
Answers to common structural, regulatory, and mechanical questions regarding pit parking systems in urban development environments.
Pit depth requirements depend on the vehicle types targeted for parking (typically sedans vs. SUVs) and the specific model selected. A standard double-level pit system accommodating standard sedans usually requires a pit depth ranging from 1700mm to 2000mm. For SUVs on lower decks, the excavation depth typically extends from 2100mm to 2300mm. Custom calculations are always provided to optimize structural engineering excavation costs.
Managing water ingress is critical for subterranean installations. Engineering standards require concrete pits to be constructed with a slight slope leading to a drainage channel. A dedicated sump pit equipped with an automated submersible pump (ideally featuring a dual-float system for redundancy) is installed to pump accumulated water into the stormwater mains, keeping the mechanical components dry.
Yes. Our mechanical parking systems can be tailored and certified to meet the standards set by AS/NZS 2890.1 (Off-street parking) and AS 1418 (Cranes, hoists, and winches). We supply the necessary structural drawings, calculation reports, and component specifications required for WorkSafe Victoria design registration and municipal council approvals.
Hydraulic systems utilize high-pressure fluid lines, offering smooth, quiet operation with fewer moving parts, making them well-suited for subterranean and residential installations. Motor-driven systems rely on gearboxes and chain lifting mechanisms, which are often used in larger multi-level parking structures or puzzle parking setups where synchronized horizontal and vertical movements are required.
Our structures undergo multi-stage shot blasting followed by electrostatic powder coating. This forms a durable, high-build protective layer that resists moisture, salt-air exposure, and chemical drippings from vehicles. For high-humidity or coastal projects, we recommend hot-dip galvanized platforms, which provide complete zinc protection against corrosion.
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